Deadline:
May 31, 2026
Program Starts: June 24, 2026
Program Ends: June 28, 2026
Location(s)
Croatia
Dubrovnik
Overview
The Dubrovnik Youth Forum (DYF) 2026 is a fully funded international conference taking place in Dubrovnik, Croatia, from June 24 to 28, 2026. Operating under the motto "Bridging Seas, Building Futures," the program welcomes a select group of 30 young professionals and emerging leaders.
Crucially, DYF offers participants the unique opportunity to actively participate in the 19th Dubrovnik Forum. This allows participants to follow high-level discussions and network directly with world leaders, senior government officials, international organization representatives, and experts.
Details
The Dubrovnik Youth Forum serves as a flagship project organized by the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, the Office of the Prime Minister, and the Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth of the Republic of Croatia. The first edition of the forum takes place within the context of the Three Seas Initiative and the EU MED9 Croatian Presidency in 2026.
The program's core objectives focus on fostering informed dialogue among emerging leaders, strengthening professional development through exposure to global governance, and facilitating networking with high-level international stakeholders. The provisional schedule includes arriving on June 24, dedicated Dubrovnik Youth Forum sessions on June 25, and attending the broader Dubrovnik Forum on June 26 and 27.
Beyond the academic and professional value, the forum leverages the rich diplomatic, historical legacy, and value-based framework of Dubrovnik to inspire international cooperation and dialogue.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Dubrovnik Youth Forum is a highly motivated young professional or student who meets the following criteria:
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Age: Must be no older than 30 years of age on the starting date of the program.
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Citizenship: Must hold citizenship of a Member State of the EU, OECD, NATO, or the Three Seas Initiative (including partner participant countries Albania, Moldova, Montenegro, and Ukraine), or from the Western Balkan countries.
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Education: Must be a final-year university student or hold a completed university degree.
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Skills & Motivation: Possesses an excellent command of written and spoken English, strong motivation, and well-developed communication and analytical skills.
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Commitment & Conduct: Demonstrates readiness for international cooperation, an openness to constructive dialogue, and full availability for the entire duration of the forum (June 24–28, 2026) while maintaining professional diplomatic conduct.
Dates
Deadline: May 31, 2026
Program starts:
June 24, 2026
Program ends:
June 28, 2026
Program Starts: June 24, 2026
Program Ends: June 28, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
The Dubrovnik Youth Forum is a fully funded opportunity for the selected young people, meaning there is no participation fee required.
The organizers fully cover the following participation costs:
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Accommodation: 4 nights of stay
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Meals: All meals are provided throughout the duration of the program.
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Travel Costs: The forum covers eligible travel costs to Dubrovnik. For international participants, this is strictly limited to bus transportation or economy class flights. For domestic participants traveling within Croatia, eligible costs cover bus transportation or organized transport from Zagreb to Dubrovnik.
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Materials: All necessary program and working materials are completely provided.
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